Board of Directors in Executive Session - October 24, 2019

I.     Request for Executive Session 

In accordance with the Bylaws, I, Paul Smedberg, request that the Board of Directors convene an executive session to discuss the following matters pursuant to Article II, paragraph 9, subsection(s): 

a.     Budgetary matters that may affect legal positions, WMATA contracts, or sensitive relationships with local jurisdictions or the federal government; and 

b.     Litigation, investigations and other legal matters requiring the provision of legal advice or consultation with counsel and staff members; 

d.     Contractual or other matters involving confidential or proprietary concerns, or the investment of public funds where discussion in public would adversely affect the financial interests of WMATA; and 

f.      Safety and security matters where premature release would compromise public safety; and 

g.     Disposition of WMATA property or acquisition of real property for WMATA purposes where discussion in public would adversely affect WMATA's negotiating or bargaining position; and 

h.     Development of WMATA position or strategy on pending or proposed federal or state legislation.   

Ayes - 6- Mr. Smedberg, Mr. Bulger, Mr. Goldman, Mr. Rouse, Mr. Dorsey and Mr. McMillin

The Board Corporate Secretary shall amend the topic(s) as needed to reflect any additional matters discussed. 

II.     Additional Agenda Items (if any)

c.     Personnel or labor issues including discussions of labor contracts and labor negotiations, consideration or interviews of candidates for employment, and the assignment, appointment, promotion, performance, demotion, or resignation of individuals.